Universal Rubber is an operating company of private investment firm Cypress Cos. in Akron, Ohio.

The company made the purchase because both manufacturers have similarities and complement one another, creating a strong opportunity for future growth, according to Joe Colebank Jr., president and CEO of Universal Rubber.

The purchase could lead to an expansion next year at Universal Rubber’s facility in Middlefield, where Dybrook’s manufacturing operation eventually will be relocated, he said. Colebank added that the company also is interested in pursuing other potential acquisitions.

“We are taking a very aggressive strategy in growing Universal Rubber,” Colebank said. “This includes acquisitions, as well as internal growth.”

He said the Dybrook transaction has been completed. Financial details were not disclosed.

Dybrook is a Warren, Ohio-based custom molder and extruder of rubber and plastic products founded in 1989. It makes bumpers, gaskets, seals and other offerings using neoprene, nitrile, silicone and natural rubber for the automotive, industrial, commercial, energy and other markets.